One ancient alien race hunts another through time and space. The final showdown is on Earth and the future of the planet hangs in the balance, as a new discovery promises dramatically longer lifespans for Earthlings.

Humanity is being decimated by a horde of giant, genetically engineered mutant rats and a new black plague has flourished amidst the ruins of civilization. Venegold, far from the danger, is set to build a new slave race from small groups of the captive remnants. He will rule them all with unbridled brutality. A tiny resistance of survivors will unite to make a last stand on behalf of mankind.